Do I have a Personal Injury Case?

When tragedy strikes, family members are overwhelmed with grief and understandably, cannot think beyond the present moment. Unfortunately for many, there is little to no foresight into what the future may hold. In personal injury cases, actions taken during these initial stages can truly mean the difference in successfully pursuing a personal injury claim. Determining whether a personal injury case has merit in the wake of an injury or tragedy is critical.

Medical Malpractice with Wrong Site Surgery

While this may sound like an urban myth, wrong site surgery commonly occurs in hospitals throughout the US.

Surgery performed on the wrong SIDE or SITE of a body can happen as a result of negligence. Wrong site surgery is actually recognized as a ‘never event,’ which means that the NQF (National Quality Forum) has named wrong site surgeries as a “clearly preventable and identifiable medical error that has serious consequences.”

May is National Motorcycle Awareness Month

Riding a motorcycle is exhilarating for millions of people; nothing really compares to the open road experience of a motorcycle ride. For many, speed and risk are no doubt part of the attraction! Unfortunately, motorcycle riders are at a much greater risk for accidents and severe injury. Whether you prefer to drive two wheels or four, each and every driver is equally responsible for highway and byway safety.

In 2015 alone, more than 88,000 people were injured in motorcycle accidents in the US. Sadly, of those injured, 5,000 lost their lives! Motorcycles account for a small fraction of registered vehicles, but account for over 14% of accident fatalities… this is a staggering number!

Ohio Workers’ Compensation Benefits Explained

Learn the 8 common types of Worker's Compensation benefits in Ohio and request a no-cost evaluation at Nager, Romaine and Schneiberg.

A workplace injury can impact your life and the lives of your family members for many years to come, if not indefinitely. Workers’ Compensation laws were enacted to protect worker’s rights in the event of a work injury. The laws enable you to obtain fair and proper compensation.

Ohio Laws: Move Over Law - Move Over 3 Feet

Posted by: Admin on April 29, 2017 in

As of March, 2017, Ohio drivers are now required to provide 3 feet of distance while passing a bicyclist on the roadways. Bicycle accidents and pedestrian injuries are especially dangerous, and springtime leads to an influx of occurrences with increased outdoor activity. Protecting yourself or your loved ones on the roadways is critical, and Ohio’s new law aims to provide ample passing space to achieve just that.

Recent news about the opioid crisis and its impact on work injury victims highlights the importance of proper medical treatment and ongoing monitoring of workers’ comp claimants.

For many, a workplace injury is a preventable, tragic occurrence that forever changes the course of one’s life, and the lives of family members. Pursuing a workers’ compensation claim is often a matter of necessity, as injuries can lead to permanent debilitation and complications, preventing the injured from earning a fair wage while trying to manage a future riddled with pain and suffering.

If Your Employer Says You’re an Independent Contractor When it Comes to Workers’ Compensation, You Should Check the Facts.

For independent contractors, employers do not pay employment taxes, nor do they withhold federal, state and local taxes from payments made to independent contractors. Additionally, independent contractors are not included in an employer's benefits program, they are not eligible for unemployment insurance benefits, and they are also exempt from wage and hour and employment discrimination laws.

Why does this matter, you may ask? The circumstances of your work and your relationship with your employer may actually classify you as an employee under the law – and as a result, entitle you to specific employee benefits. Yet your employer may be treating you as an independent contractor, and in doing so, infringing on your rights.

Nursing Home Abuse is an All-Too-Often Tragedy. If Someone You Love is Impacted, Your Rights are at Stake.

Abuse of elderly persons is a tragedy—yet it happens all too often throughout Northeast Ohio and beyond. The number of cases involving nursing home abuse and neglect has reached epidemic proportions over the past several years. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), approximately one in 10 Americans aged 60 and over have experienced some form of elder abuse. Some estimates range as high as five million elderly individuals who are abused each year.

Mesothelioma is a Rare Cancer Caused by Asbestos Exposure. If You Have Been Diagnosed, Your Rights Are at Stake.

Posted by: Admin on February 27, 2017 in

Each year, about 2,000 new cases of mesothelioma, a rare type of cancer, are diagnosed in the U.S. In cases of Mesothelioma, cells of the mesothelium (a membrane that covers and protects a majority of the body’s internal organs) become abnormal and malignant.

Worker’s Compensation Trends to Watch in 2017

The workers’ compensation (WC) environment continues to grow ever-more complex in 2017. Issues such as prescription drug usage, medical marijuana, aging workers, and current and proposed legal and regulatory changes are making WC rights and claims more difficult for workers to understand and process.

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"I have been with the NR&S Law firm for nine years. They specialize in excellence, professionalism, caring and fighting to get you what you deserve. As far as I am concerned, they are “super lawyers”."

– Brenda Z.

"I am very pleased with the efficiency and determination to fight for the benefits I deserve. The staff is easy to talk to and always gives good information. I will highly recommend to anyone in need of their services."

– Bruce H.

"I want to say thank you so much to every one who worked on my case. What you all did means the world to me."

– Jeremy, Clinton

"I would like to thank you and your staff (NRS) for their excellent work resolving my work related injury. You took a difficult case that I thought was hopeless, handled it in the most professional way and saw that I received the maximum benefits. Dealing with the BWC to get medical and monetary benefits while injured is a nightmare. It is so important to have a capable lawyer whom you trust will put your best interest first as your life and future wellbeing is at stake. You did everything a person could hope for. My family and I sincerely thank you."

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